LeBron James injury report (April 13, 2025): Will the Los Angeles Lakers star play tonight against the Portland Trail Blazers? |
The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Portland Trail Blazers in their final regular-season game on Sunday, April 13. With playoff seeding already locked in, the Lakers are opting to rest key players, including LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Portland Trail Blazers: Team standings
The Lakers sealed their playoff berth with a dominant 140-109 win over the Houston Rockets, securing the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers have been eliminated from postseason contention. Since the outcome of this game won’t affect either team’s standing, the Lakers are prioritizing player health and resting several starters.
Is LeBron James playing tonight against the Portland Trail Blazers (April 13, 2025)?
During the Rockets game, LeBron James left early in the third quarter after experiencing groin discomfort. Though head coach JJ Redick confirmed LeBron James is “doing fine,” the team isn’t taking any risks ahead of the playoffs. The 40-year-old finished his limited minutes with 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 8 assists.
James isn’t the only star sitting out. The Lakers’ injury report reveals a heavily shorthanded roster for Sunday’s matchup.
Full Los Angeles Lakers injury report for the Portland Trail Blazers game (April 13, 2025)
| Player | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| LeBron James | Out | Left groin strain |
| Luka Doncic | Out | Left quad soreness |
| Austin Reaves | Out | Right ankle sprain |
| Rui Hachimura | Out | Left patellar tendinopathy |
| Dorian Finney-Smith | Out | Left ankle effusion |
| Maxi Kleber | Out | Right foot surgery recovery |
| Jaxson Hayes | Questionable | Right hand contusion |
| Jarred Vanderbilt | Questionable | Left foot injury management |
| Gabe Vincent | Questionable | Left knee effusion |
| Jordan Goodwin | Probable | Right plantar fasciitis |
Los Angeles Lakers vs Portland Trail Blazers team stats
The matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers showcases two teams on opposite ends of the Western Conference standings. The Lakers boast a strong 50-31 record, sitting comfortably in 3rd place, while the Blazers trail far behind at 35-46, ranked 12th. Despite Portland having a better home record (21-19) compared to the Lakers’ road struggles (19-21), the overall team metrics heavily favor LA. The Lakers rank 10th in offensive rating, 16th in defense, and 14th in net rating—each significantly better than Portland’s rankings of 23rd across all three categories. This statistical edge paints the Lakers as clear favorites in this regular season clash.
Lakers dominate season series against Trail Blazers
This marks the fourth meeting between the two teams this season. The Lakers won the previous three matchups and will aim to complete the sweep despite missing multiple starters.
With the playoffs around the corner, the Lakers’ focus shifts to recovery and preparation. Fans can expect a lineup filled with bench players and reserves for this low-stakes finale.
